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Obituary for Lena C. Ruffalo

Lena "Lee" C. Ruffalo, 92, of Philadelphia, passed away in the residence of her niece on November 9, 2018.

Born in Philadelphia, she was a daughter of the late Antonio and Maria (Francella) Ruffalo.

She was a seamstress for 42 years retiring at the age of 60.

Lee enjoyed walking and loved Frank Sinatra as well as spending time with her nieces, nephews, and her cat, Pumpkin.

She is survived by her niece, Ann, widow of Daniel Tirdell, with whom she recently resided and nephew, Richard, husband of Nancy Nardy, Exeter Twp. Other survivors include great-niece Dina Fisher and her children: Karly, Elias, and Dylan. Two cousins, Helen Rubino and Dora Porchia also survive her.

Lee was predeceased by her brothers: Anthony, Ralph, Frank, and Dominic; and her sister, Rose Nardy.

A prayer service will be held Monday, November 12, 2018, at 6 p.m. at Edward J. Kuhn Funeral Home, Inc., West Reading. Friends may call from 5 to 6 p.m. at the funeral home. Online condolences may be recorded at www.kuhnfuneralhomes.com.